Methodist Homes
The Herons
Residential care home in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Operated by MHA (Methodist Homes)
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- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
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About
The Herons is a purpose-built care home operated by Methodist Homes in Toton, south of Nottingham. It provides residential care and short-stay respite support for up to 39 residents, with specialist provision for those living with dementia. The home is situated on Calverton Close in a quiet setting with convenient access to Nottingham and surrounding areas.
The Care Quality Commission rated The Herons Good overall in 2019, with Good grades across all key questions: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-led. Residents receive 24-hour support tailored to individual needs.
Care provided
Specialist care
Facilities
Food hygiene rating
Very good
Food Standards Agency · inspected March 2026
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAmple
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenAmple
- Playing FieldPlentiful
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsAmple
- Restaurants & CafesAmple
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsAmple
- TakeawaysPlentiful
Local crime statistics
240 recorded crimes in the local area (July 2026)
Top categories:
Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile
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Fees and funding
| Care type | Weekly fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Residential care | Fees on request | — |
| Dementia care | Fees on request | — |
- Funding accepted
- Not stated
Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what Nottinghamshire council pays.
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £838 |
| 2025 | £906 |
What Nottinghamshire council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees
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Local health safety net
The Herons is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Queen's Medical Centre, 3.7 miles away. The local GP practice is THE AITUNE MEDICAL PRACTICE, 1 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Community & connection in Nottingham
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
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Old Park Ward Old Age Pensioners Fund
To provide a facility seven days a week for the elderly in the Old Park Ward. Through organizing events and hiring of the centres facilities to outside sources we are able to make a donation to…
Age Concern Carlton and District
A dynamic and unique local charity with a sound track record of delivering quality services and support aimed at improving the health and well being of older people. With over 50 volunteers the…
Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind
My Sight Nottinghamshire (working name for Nottinghamshire Royal Society for the Blind) is dedicated to improving the lives of visually impaired people in Nottinghamshire. Services including;…
Sing Along with Ellie
To relieve the needs of people with dementia, neurodiversity or those recovering from a stroke, and their carers, through the provision of singing groups designed to reduce social isolation and…
Age UK Derby & Derbyshire
Provides services.Provides daycare, befriending, advocacy, advice, information services for older people in Derby and Derbyshire.
Part of MHA (Methodist Homes)
The Herons is one of 100 homes run by MHA (Methodist Homes) on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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